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How hot is it in Santa Claus' hometown?

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Santa Claus' hometown of Rovaniemi, Finland, is experiencing a heat wave with temperatures over 30°C (86°F), much higher than the usual summer average of 20°C (68°F).

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Santa Claus’ hometown in Finland baking under heat wave

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  • Rovaniemi, Finland, the official hometown of Santa Claus, is experiencing a heat wave. 9s
  • Temperatures in Rovaniemi have exceeded 30°C, or 86°F. 28s
  • Such high temperatures are rare, as the region usually sees summer averages around 20°C. 50s
  • Locals are noting that the current heat rivals that of southern Europe. 1m 4s
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Santa Claus’ hometown in Finland baking under heat wave
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7 hours ago
Santa Claus’ hometown in Finland baking under heat wave

Temperatures in Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus, are reaching over 30 degrees Celsius, or 86 degrees Fahrenheit.

Santa Claus’ hometown in Finland baking under heat wave
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7 hours ago
Santa Claus’ hometown in Finland baking under heat wave

Summer temperatures typically fall around 20 degrees Celsius, or 68 degrees Fahrenheit in northern Finland.

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